The best games to play if you’re bored during lockdown

Whether you’re in lockdown with family or flatmates, or you live by yourself, if you’re seeking fun things to do at home, then look no further than this edit of games to entertain kids and adults alike. From 1000-piece puzzles to trivias to test your general knowledge (Zoom quiz, anyone?), discover our favourite ways to beat lockdown boredom, without reaching for the remote.

2. Card games

Unleash your inner competitor with card games on different topics. Test your general knowledge with quizzes and guessing games, organise a family-friendly Scavenger Hunt Game indoors or show off your acting abilities with charades. You’ll find something suitable for all ages, with fun activities that kids and adults can enjoy together.

3. Trivia games

Host your own pub quiz at home with trivia games to test your friends and family on everything from general knowledge and sports, to music of the ‘80s and ‘90s and Weird Things Humans Search For. You don’t have to live together to enjoy a trivia night, simply choose a game and organise a video call to challenge your loved ones and have fun too.

5. Health games

Challenge yourself to try a new move each day during lockdown with yoga poses, home workouts and exercises to help with mindfulness. During this abnormal time, not only will your body benefit from a bit of extra movement, your mind will too. Even if you’re not together in person, you can share the challenge with friends and family by adding a different move to your group chat each day.

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